Kay Tagney Reflexology

Reflexology for Fertility and Pregnancy

Fertility
More and more couples seem to be leaning towards holistic therapies for help with fertility problems and reflexology is fast becoming one of the most popular of these therapies. Many factors can prevent conception and this can become an incredibly stressful time. Reflexology is extremely effective at helping the body cope with stress and the effects can be experienced immediately.
When trying to get pregnant it is essential to create homeostasis, where everything in your body is in balance. Reflexology can help you to achieve this delicate balance naturally without the interference of unnatural chemicals. It can also encourage hormones to work at their optimal level as well as generally helping the body to prepare for pregnancy.
Your reflexologist can also give advice on diet and help with preparing ovulation charts.

Pregnancy
During the whole nine months of pregnancy your body has to cope with constant changes i.e. hormonal,physiological and of course, emotional. Reflexology can help restore balance and bring relief from the discomfort of these changes as well as bringing a feeling of well being and relaxation.
Reflexology can prepare a mother for labour and research has shown that regular reflexology treatments during pregnancy can shorten the duration of labour, as well as reducing the need for pain relief.

Don't forget, in the 25th week of pregnancy you may qualify for a Health in Pregnancy Grant, a one-off payment of £190 to help you in the later stages of your pregnancy. Why not use this towards some relaxing, theraputic reflexology treatments.

Reflexology in pregnancy can help with the following conditions:
Heartburn
Backache
Nausea and vomiting
High blood pressure
Odema (swelling of the feet and ankles)
Symphsis pubis dysfunction
Sciatica
Constipation
Cystitis
Sleep problems
Low energy levels

Postnataly, reflexology can help with the following conditions:
Post natal depression
Stress and anxiety
Inadequate lactation
Engorged breasts
Fluid retention
Constipation
Backache
Sleep problems